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Job description
Accenture Federal Services is hiring a Cyber Engineer — a full-time, based in Suffolk, VA role ($106k–$221k). Apply directly on Accenture Federal Services's careers page below.
Cyber Engineer
Location: Suffolk, VA
Department: 56846836 - AFS Network Services
Job Description
A cyber engineer who bridges the gap between infrastructure and security operations. They deploy, manage, and optimize the platform to provide security teams with deep network visibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Platform Deployment: Lead the physical, virtual, and cloud-based deployment and the Open NDR SaaS platform across diverse enterprise architectures
- Data Integration & Pipelines: Connect sensor data ingestion pipelines and stream network evidence into existing Security Operations Center (SOC) workflows, SIEM platforms, and XDR/EDR tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic)
- Detection & Rule Engineering: Tune detection capabilities, customize Zeek scripts, and optimize analytics frameworks (using rulesets like Suricata) to catch advanced attacks and lateral movements.
Here’s What You Need
- 5 years of combined cybersecurity, network security, and systems engineering experience
- Deep familiarity with Network Security Monitoring (NSM), packet capture (PCAP), encrypted traffic inspection, and the open-source Zeek framework
- Proficiency in scripting languages (such as Python) to develop custom tools that automate telemetry enrichment and response playbooks
Security Requirements
- Active TS/SCI
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
The estimated salary range for Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services is $106,000 - $221,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
The required skills for Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services include: Python, Splunk, SIEM.
What is the seniority level for Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for Cyber Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
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